After filling out an application online, they indicated that there were recruiting events I must attend and linked to a schedule. They were basically open-call, anyone can attend, they just have to make sure their application was on file first. I flew into San Antonio for the closest one to me. They had booked two convention rooms, but the orientation started in just one. The thing I noticed about the recruiters was that they were completely going through the motions. They weren't dressed all that professional, either. I guess I just was taken back, because I carefully chose my outfit to be professional and reminiscent of a flight attendant uniform, carefully put away my cell phone, etc... just to find the recruiters on their cells phones in a simple patterned sun dress. But many of us applicants were full of energy, introducing ourselves to each other, finding out our backgrounds, etc. And there was NO feeling of competition, no negative energy...I was overwhelmed by how we truly were all rooting for each other's success!!! At check in, we handed in our resumes and quickly took off our shoes for a height check - we had to be between 5' and 6' - no more, no less. Then, an orientation on the company, the pay, the life of a reserve flight attendant, the crew bases, etc. They wanted you to be fully informed of what you were getting into! Then, they gave us a brief break - to allow those who felt this wasn't the time or job for them to leave. When we came back, all of us were given 60 seconds to state why we would be a good flight attendant for SkyWest. I bombed. :) I thought I had it together, but I ended up almost just reciting my resume. Although I thought I was smiling, those around me later said I wasn't. This was so surreal for me, who is actually quite used to public speaking!! Lessons learned!! The ones that did make it SOLD IT. They told us why they were awesome, why they will continue to be awesome, and how much they were determined to be the best flight attendant ever. It is also important to not go to fast (as I did) - use your 60 seconds - but not go over. If I get a chance to do it again, I'll set my smart watch on my wrist to buzz me at 45 seconds. After that VERY fun time of listening to everyone's 60 second sell, they gave us 45 minutes while the "judges" deliberated. They then posted a list on the door of the conference room of the names of the people who made it. I actually felt, again, like there was this disconnect between us and the recruiters. I never felt a connection. They were avoiding dealing with us in any personal way. Very odd, and I hope not indicative of the way the company communicates with its employees. Obviously, I didn't make it to the third round and can't speak if the personal connection gap was closed during the one on one interviews. Honestly, my positive experience comes completely from the connections I made with other hopefuls that day!